Foam mattresses and toppers increase in popularity by the
day, as people flock to memory and latex foam, in addition to conventional foam
options as well. But after decades of traditional mattress, it can be a bit
confusing to know what to look for when switching to foam.
Luckily, there are only two main traits you really need to
brush-up on to make a confident choice. With an understanding of density and
firmness, you'll be able to pick out the perfect product for you.
First, density is a quality and durability assessment. It
reflects the weight of a 12" cube of a given foam material, and as more
weight is measured, more foam vs open air is included in the foam, meaning it
will take longer to break down. Demanding applications like mattresses and
couch cushions will benefit from the longer life of higher density foam,
lasting for years to come.
Meanwhile, firmness covers how a mattress feels, measured by
a compression test. The scale of evaluation is linear, and as numbers increase,
so too does firmness. Look for higher values if you like firm bedding, and
lower if you like plush, softer bedding.
Lastly, it's important to understand that these traits are
independent of each other, meaning you can find foam with the right values for
your needs in either category. Armed with this knowledge, picking out the right
type of foam for you should be much easier!
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Article submitted by The
Foam Factory, an online retailer of foam and foam products, with offerings
that include mattress
topper, pillow, bolster, and body wedge choices in a wide range of foam
types.
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